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Historically an agrarian trading center, Thrissur has evolved into a major commercial and financial powerhouse in Kerala. It is renowned as a major hub for gold and diamond jewelry manufacturing, handling a significant percentage of the gold consumed in the state. Thrissur is also a crucial center for the banking industry, often referred to as the 'Financial Capital of Kerala' due to its history of indigenous financial institutions (chit funds) and major private sector banks. Additionally, the city is a manufacturing center for Ayurvedic medicines and textiles. **InfoPark Thrissur** (located in nearby Koratty) provides infrastructure for local IT companies and startups.